The holiday season is a time of family, friends, generosity, and thankfulness. The yuletide offers a chance for us to be full of cheer and embrace the magic of the season. But for so many, this time of year coincides with a Santa-sized mixed bag full of everything from year-end deadlines to project commitments and […]
One of the biggest obstacles to organizational productivity is not effectively managing our time. From unrealistic deadline expectations to not prioritizing work, how we work can be just as important as what we work on. And as the age-old saying goes, “if you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” This infographic created by CoachTrainer.org […]
Great leaders know the positive effects of employee recognition. Showing appreciation and thankfulness in the workforce helps promote healthy relationships, productivity, motivation, retention, and even overall employee morale. However, recognition can sometimes be an oversight that may be causing underlying issues. (more…)
Success is driven by forward-thinking innovation. It’s one of the key that differentiates the has-beens and the will-BEs. And companies that are able to create a focus around innovation tend to have the most economic success. In fact, a study by McKinsey found that 98% of the economy is influenced by modernization and digitalization; and […]
If your organization is a one-person team, you may not need to read further. But for the rest of us, meetings are a critical aspect of our daily work lives. They help us stay connected with others, understand big-picture dynamics, and brainstorm new, innovative ideas. However, poor meeting habits can not only cost time, but […]
This is part eight of a 12-part series. Successfully leading a team can be one of the most rewarding aspects of a professional’s career. However, addressing a diverse group effectively can be difficult for new leaders. From open communication and recognition to delegation and empowerment to self-awareness and empathy, there are a plethora of leadership […]
According to research from the Pew Research Center, the COVID-19 Pandemic changed the way we work. Before the pandemic, only one-in-five employees reported working from home all or a majority of the time. As of October 2020, that number had jumped to 71%. Of that number, over 50% say they desire to continue working remotely […]
Remote work has experienced an exponential rise over the past few years, but has become especially prevalent during with many businesses opting to use a hybrid workforce this past year to adhere to restrictions and social distancing mandates. With the shift away from brick and mortar offices, there is bound to be an impact on […]
With more businesses opting to utilize a hybrid workforce with in-office and remote employees, the question remains which work scenario is more productive. While productivity isn’t always measured in hours worked, it can still be an indicator to analyze how productive work-from-home solutions can be. So we want to know, while working from home, do […]
From workspace clutter to job stress to temperature levels, there are a multitude of factors that can cause your team’s productivity levels to plateau. To ensure you’re able to overcome these factors and create a productive office, Dublin-based corporate psychology firm Davitt developed an infographic to show not only what a productive workplace should look […]
